| Membership Questions |
The AMS FAQ, or Frequently Asked Questions document, is a resource where members and prospective members can get information about the AMS.
Additional information can be found from a variety of sources including the AMS magazine, from the web site, or from our new member pack. |
| Who can join the AMS? |
| Anyone with an interest in marquetry may join the AMS. |
| Does my membership start on the anniversary date or is it annual? |
Membership is by calendar year running from January 1st until December 31st. When you join,
all magazines for that year that have already been published will be sent to you. In effect, therefore, your membership is retroactive to the beginning of the year that you join.
You have an option in the later part of a year to either start your membership in the current year or specify that you want to join for the New Year. If you join for the upcoming year
you will receive your new member packet shortly after joining but your first magazine would be the Spring
issue, which is mailed in early March. |
What are the benefits of membership in the AMS? |
- -The quarterly magazine.
- -Free technical advice and suggestions from recognized marquetry experts
- -Access to the complete Pattern Library
- -The opportunity to exhibit your art at regional and national shows
- -A membership roster
- -Knowledge of the latest techniques and developments in marquetry
- -New friendships and informational exchanges with other marquetarians
- -Discounts on marquetry supplies from certain vendors
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What methods are available for me to pay my dues? |
There are two ways to pay your dues.
1. Click HERE then Copy the membership form.
Fill it out and mail it with your dues to the membership officer. Or
2. Fill out the online application
and either choose PayPal for online payment or choose to mail your check/money order. |
How do I know if the AMS has received my dues? |
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If you are a new member, you will receive an email saying your payment has been received and that you can expect the new member packet shortly. If you have not received this packet within 30 days of joining, contact the membership officer.
If your dues are to renew an existing membership, you can check the address label on your next issue of the magazine. Your membership expiration date follows your name on the label. |
How do I change my address? |
| Please email or mail your change of address to the membership officer. |
| AMS Organization Questions |
Who is on the Board of Directors? |
| Each chapter of the AMS elects one person to be their AMS board representative. Thus,
the number of board members equals the number of AMS Chapters. The list of board members is on page two of each magazine. |
What does the board of directors do? When do they meet? Why should I care? |
| The AMS board of directors' primary responsibility is to nominate and vote on officers
for the national organization. The AMS directors do not meet face-to-face. The transaction of official business is all by Email or mail. Members of the Board of Directors are the primary
communication link between their chapter and the national organization. |
| Local Chapter Questions |
Are all members of local chapters, members of the AMS? |
Not necessarily. These are separate organizations with separate memberships.
Some local chapters require membership in the AMS and some do not.
Chapters are separate legal entities and have their own by-laws. |
How do I form a local chapter in my area? |
You should check page 2 of the magazine to see if there is a chapter in your area.
If not, check your new member packet for an article on starting a chapter. Use your AMS member listing to find other AMS members in your area or contact local woodworking businesses to
see if there is other interest in your area.
You can contact the AMS President and/or Magazine Editor to get the latest information about what is going on in the marquetry society. |
| Marquetry Resource Questions |
How do I get information on tools for making marquetry? Where can I get veneer for
my project(s)? |
Look in the New Member Packet or online at the Resource Listing.
Periodically an update to the Marquetry Supply Resources listing is published in the magazine. |
| Semi-Annual Show Questions |
Who is responsible for the annual AMS National Show? How are the hosting sites picked for this? |
| The Exhibition Chairperson is the coordinator for the annual show.
The show site is on a volunteer basis with local chapters. Once a chapter volunteers and is approved to host a show the AMS will help in several ways to
make the show a success. |
| AMS Publications Questions |
How often is the American Marquetarian published? |
The AMS magazine is published four times a year: Spring, Summer,Fall, and Winter.
Copies are usually in the mail to members by the 14th of March, June, Sept, and Dec. |
What do I do if I don't get my issue in the mail or my American Marquetarian
was mangled in the mail? |
| Email, telephone, or mail the Editor and a replacement copy will be sent to you. |
Who is responsible for the AMS Magazine? |
| The Editor is responsible for the production of the magazine under the guidance of the AMS officers and the board
of directors. |
How much do writers get paid for articles? |
| The AMS is a non-profit organization and does not normally pay for articles. Reasonable
expenses in producing the article will be reimbursed. |
How do I submit an article in the magazine? |
| Please send a copy with photographs (preferably in computer format but prints or slides are
acceptable) to the Editor. The Editor will judge the content and be in touch with you about your article. The Editor has provided a guidelines for writers and photographers document
which is available on-line, in the New Member packet or by mail. |
How do I get my calendar item listed in the magazine? |
Deadlines for calendar items submissions are:
- -February 20th for the
Spring issue, for events after March 15th.
- -May
20th for the Summer issue, covering events after June 15th.
- -August 20th for the Fall
issue, covering events after September 15th.
- -November 20th for the
Winter issue, for events after December 15th.
Please send Calendar items to the Editor as soon as possible, rather than waiting until the submission deadline. Items are to include the event name, date, contact person, telephone, email, URL,
and/or a short notation. |
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Marquetry
Safety Questions
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Is
marquetry a safe activity? |
Marquetry in general is a very safe activity. However, power tools used in cutting veneer or the substrate for mounting the marquetry can be dangerous if used
improperly or by individuals who do not respect the power of the tool and the momentum of a spinning blade.
Sometimes things happen that can't be foreseen even if a person is very cautious. Many accidents happen when the worker is tired.
Take breaks and stay alert while using any power tools. Never work in the shop under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
The technique of "sand shading" to darken pieces of veneer often uses a very hot burner to heat the sand. Obvious care must be taken to keep papers and
wood (and your fingers) away from the burner at all times. |
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Miscellaneous Questions |
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How do I get information on marquetry classes? |
You should contact your local craft institutions to get information on classes. Also, many instructors are listed in the membership listing that comes out with
the Spring issue of the American Marquetarian magazine.
You may also want to check with local woodworking businesses about local resources. |
Can the AMS help me meet other marquetarians in my area? |
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Yes, the AMS membership listing is a good place to find the addresses of others who like to do marquetry. You should also contact a local chapter close to your
area to see if they have non-AMS members in their roster from your area. |
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